West Ham May Make Formal Transfer Announcement in Next 24 Hours, Says Dharmesh Sheth

A Sky Sports journalist reported on 11 August that Manchester United full-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka is set to undergo a medical with West Ham at 4 pm, ahead of a £15 million move to the London Stadium.

If all goes well for the 26-year-old defender, Julen Lopetegui’s side could announce his signing by Monday, 12 August, joining their latest addition, Jean-Clair Todibo.

West Ham United set to announce Aaron Wan-Bissaka in the coming hours?

West Ham fans have every reason to be excited about their club’s recent transfer activities, with Crysencio Summerville, Niclas Fullkrug, and Guido Rodriguez also arriving this month.

Lopetegui has clearly identified areas of the squad that need improvement, particularly in defense.

The addition of two center-backs and now a new full-back reflects his focus on strengthening the backline.

Given the lack of defensive stability under David Moyes last season, with only Sheffield United conceding more goals than the Hammers in the Premier League, it’s understandable why a squad overhaul is underway.

While Vladimir Coufal and Emerson have been long-serving players for the Hammers, there has always been a lack of cover in the full-back positions.

Wan-Bissaka is capable of playing on either flank, addressing this need.

He has made 190 appearances for Manchester United since his £50 million move from Crystal Palace in 2019 [BBC Sport], though his time in Manchester has been inconsistent.

A move to the London Stadium could provide the right-back with a fresh start, as he has struggled to make more than 20 appearances in each of his last three Premier League campaigns.

Although Wan-Bissaka may not offer as much attacking output as the current full-backs, his defensive abilities are exceptional, which will be crucial for Lopetegui.